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Patrick answers listener questions about the symbolism of the monstrance, what is nominalism, is smoking tobacco a sin, what is natural marriage and why do we need to go to confession in person
Maria – I love your show!
Robert – Is dark humor okay?
Margaret - Is the symbolism of not having the monstrance out during Mass pointing towards God hiding the Ark of the Covenant in the Old Testament until Jesus came?
Pablo - What is Nominalism and how prevalent is it today?
Will – Is smoking tobacco a sin?
Andy - What is a Natural Marriage?
Nancy - Do you need to get an annulment in your Diocese or can you get the annulment anywhere?
Maggie - Can you get married by proxy and why does confession need to be in person?
Joseph - Are our Prayers to Mary useful when we are in mortal sin?

Patrick answers listener questions about the symbolism of the monstrance, what is nominalism, is smoking tobacco a sin, what is natural marriage and why do we need to go to confession in person
<ul>
<li>Maria – I love your show!</li>
<li>Robert – Is dark humor okay?</li>
<li>Margaret - Is the symbolism of not having the monstrance out during Mass pointing towards God hiding the Ark of the Covenant in the Old Testament until Jesus came?</li>
<li>Pablo - What is Nominalism and how prevalent is it today?</li>
<li>Will – Is smoking tobacco a sin?</li>
<li>Andy - What is a Natural Marriage?</li>
<li>Nancy - Do you need to get an annulment in your Diocese or can you get the annulment anywhere?</li>
<li>Maggie - Can you get married by proxy and why does confession need to be in person?</li>
<li>Joseph - Are our Prayers to Mary useful when we are in mortal sin?</li>
</ul>

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The Patrick Madrid Show: October 03, 2022 - Hour 3

Protestant pastor asks about Mass validity

Maddie questions church teaching on contracept

Worldview differences: faith and morality

Break

Heartbreaking story: abortion and alienation

Repentance, free will, and divine providence

Christ's knowledge: human and divine natures

Patrick Madrid fills the hour with memorable calls that linger because they pose earnest questions, voice honest objections, or express deep gratitude for renewed faith. Listeners hear from a Protestant pastor studying Catholic teaching, a seeker grappling with the Church’s stance on contraception, and a parent wrestling with prayer’s power. Alongside profound discussions on sacraments and God’s knowledge, Patrick brings an emotional testimony of healing after heartbreak and shares practical guidance on spiritual renewal, confession, and indulging in God’s mercy.

 
(00:00:08) Show introduction and call highlights
(00:00:40) Protestant pastor asks about Mass validity
(00:03:39) Donatist controversy and sacramental intent
(00:06:29) Maddie questions church teaching on contraception
(00:09:55) Patrick explains "the lie" of contraception
(00:13:15) Worldview differences: faith and morality
(00:16:14) Hidden wounds behind anger at Church
(00:21:04) Heartbreaking story: abortion and alienation
(00:26:05) Confession as a path to healing
(00:30:21) Don asks about prayer and God's knowledge
(00:35:01) Repentance, free will, and divine providence
(00:39:23) Explanation of indulgences and their effects
(00:44:22) Christ's knowledge: human and divine natures

Patrick Madrid fills the hour with memorable calls that linger because they pose earnest questions, voice honest objections, or express deep gratitude for renewed faith. Listeners hear from a Protestant pastor studying Catholic teaching, a seeker grappling with the Church&rsquo;s stance on contraception, and a parent wrestling with prayer&rsquo;s power. Alongside profound discussions on sacraments and God&rsquo;s knowledge, Patrick brings an emotional testimony of healing after heartbreak and shares practical guidance on spiritual renewal, confession, and indulging in God&rsquo;s mercy.
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<ul>
<li>(00:00:08) Show introduction and call highlights</li>
<li>(00:00:40) Protestant pastor asks about Mass validity</li>
<li>(00:03:39) Donatist controversy and sacramental intent</li>
<li>(00:06:29) Maddie questions church teaching on contraception</li>
<li>(00:09:55) Patrick explains "the lie" of contraception</li>
<li>(00:13:15) Worldview differences: faith and morality</li>
<li>(00:16:14) Hidden wounds behind anger at Church</li>
<li>(00:21:04) Heartbreaking story: abortion and alienation</li>
<li>(00:26:05) Confession as a path to healing</li>
<li>(00:30:21) Don asks about prayer and God's knowledge</li>
<li>(00:35:01) Repentance, free will, and divine providence</li>
<li>(00:39:23) Explanation of indulgences and their effects</li>
<li>(00:44:22) Christ's knowledge: human and divine natures</li>
</ul>

The Patrick Madrid Show: October 14, 2026 - Hour 1

Church teaching on abortion

Medical testimony on pregnancy complications

Addressing "my body, my choice"

Ted seeks help for toxic marriage

Anna's story of marriage healing

Patrick brings listeners a heartfelt selection of memorable caller conversations from past years, focusing on real-life questions, faith challenges, and deeply personal stories of struggle, hope, and healing. From a nurse wrestling with abortion ethics to testimonies of reconciliation and the journey back to faith and healthy family life, each call offers genuine emotion and honest discussion. Patrick offers wisdom, practical encouragement, and resources for anyone searching for guidance or a way forward in their spiritual lives.

 
(00:00:07) Show introduction and call highlights
(00:00:41) Stella asks about abortion exceptions
(00:01:45) Church teaching on abortion
(00:04:34) Medical testimony on pregnancy complications
(00:07:48) Stella shares real-life experience
(00:13:37) Moral dilemmas for healthcare workers
(00:16:31) Addressing "my body, my choice"
(00:19:17) Patty’s testimony resisting abortion pressure
(00:22:08) Family reconciliation and blessings
(00:25:47) Ted seeks help for toxic marriage
(00:35:05) Anna’s story of marriage healing
(00:42:41) Responding to letter on abortion and adoption

Patrick brings listeners a heartfelt selection of memorable caller conversations from past years, focusing on real-life questions, faith challenges, and deeply personal stories of struggle, hope, and healing. From a nurse wrestling with abortion ethics to testimonies of reconciliation and the journey back to faith and healthy family life, each call offers genuine emotion and honest discussion. Patrick offers wisdom, practical encouragement, and resources for anyone searching for guidance or a way forward in their spiritual lives.
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<ul>
<li>(00:00:07) Show introduction and call highlights</li>
<li>(00:00:41) Stella asks about abortion exceptions</li>
<li>(00:01:45) Church teaching on abortion</li>
<li>(00:04:34) Medical testimony on pregnancy complications</li>
<li>(00:07:48) Stella shares real-life experience</li>
<li>(00:13:37) Moral dilemmas for healthcare workers</li>
<li>(00:16:31) Addressing "my body, my choice"</li>
<li>(00:19:17) Patty&rsquo;s testimony resisting abortion pressure</li>
<li>(00:22:08) Family reconciliation and blessings</li>
<li>(00:25:47) Ted seeks help for toxic marriage</li>
<li>(00:35:05) Anna&rsquo;s story of marriage healing</li>
<li>(00:42:41) Responding to letter on abortion and adoption</li>
</ul>

The Patrick Madrid Show: October 14, 2026 - Hour 2

Struggles Launching Into Adulthood

Internet's Impact on Motivation

Authority of Church Explained

Returning to Faith After Hardship

Mary as Mother of God Explained

Patrick brings listeners thought-provoking moments from previous years, drawing attention to real-life questions and heartfelt stories that linger in the memory. The episode explores challenges faced by parents and young adults, the struggle with faith and church attendance, moving testimonies of those seeking to reconcile with God and loved ones, and practical encouragement for anyone feeling distant from their spiritual home. Callers and listeners contribute raw honesty and hope, while Patrick responds with warmth, practical insight, and prayers for healing and restoration.

 
(00:00:07) Concerns About Youth Independence
(00:01:31) Generational Labels and Definitions
(00:02:39) Struggles Launching Into Adulthood
(00:05:17) Delayed Traditional Adult Milestones
(00:07:27) Factors Beyond Economic Barriers
(00:10:16) Internet's Impact on Motivation
(00:12:42) Attending Mass and Mortal Sin
(00:19:26) Authority of Church Explained
(00:24:33) Guidance on Family Reconciliation
(00:31:34) Returning to Faith After Hardship
(00:35:38) Encouragement for Spiritual Renewal
(00:40:21) Mary as Mother of God Explained

Patrick brings listeners thought-provoking moments from previous years, drawing attention to real-life questions and heartfelt stories that linger in the memory. The episode explores challenges faced by parents and young adults, the struggle with faith and church attendance, moving testimonies of those seeking to reconcile with God and loved ones, and practical encouragement for anyone feeling distant from their spiritual home. Callers and listeners contribute raw honesty and hope, while Patrick responds with warmth, practical insight, and prayers for healing and restoration.
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<ul>
<li>(00:00:07) Concerns About Youth Independence</li>
<li>(00:01:31) Generational Labels and Definitions</li>
<li>(00:02:39) Struggles Launching Into Adulthood</li>
<li>(00:05:17) Delayed Traditional Adult Milestones</li>
<li>(00:07:27) Factors Beyond Economic Barriers</li>
<li>(00:10:16) Internet's Impact on Motivation</li>
<li>(00:12:42) Attending Mass and Mortal Sin</li>
<li>(00:19:26) Authority of Church Explained</li>
<li>(00:24:33) Guidance on Family Reconciliation</li>
<li>(00:31:34) Returning to Faith After Hardship</li>
<li>(00:35:38) Encouragement for Spiritual Renewal</li>
<li>(00:40:21) Mary as Mother of God Explained</li>
</ul>

The Patrick Madrid Show: October 03, 2022 - Hour 3

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